Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has filed a lawsuit against the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and Kissi Agyebeng, accusing them of unlawfully declaring him a wanted person and seeking compensation for alleged violations of his rights.
On February 12, 2025, the OSP publicly listed Mr. Ofori-Atta as a fugitive, claiming he had failed to respond to invitations for questioning in relation to ongoing corruption investigations. The anti-graft agency argued that his absence was hindering their efforts, prompting the public declaration to aid in his capture.
Mr. Ofori-Atta is asking the court to rule that the Special Prosecutor’s actions violated his rights to dignity, fair treatment, and administrative justice. He is also seeking compensation for the harm caused by the OSP’s public announcement.
However, Mr. Ofori-Atta’s legal team asserts that the declaration was unjust and arbitrary. They maintain that their client, a respected investment banker and former minister, did not deliberately avoid the OSP but was instead dealing with serious health issues, including preparations for a major medical procedure. They also contend that these health concerns were communicated to the OSP prior to the declaration.
While the OSP removed Mr. Ofori-Atta’s name from the wanted list on February 18, 2025, following assurances of his return to Ghana, his legal team remains dissatisfied. They argue that the initial declaration caused irreparable damage to his reputation and well-being, particularly since his details are still listed on the OSP’s website as a wanted person.
